S 5398
Deterrence act
Deterrence Act
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The Deterring External Threats and Ensuring Robust Responses to Egregious and Nefarious Criminal Endeavors Act, or DETERRENCE Act, increases penalties for certain federal crimes if they are linked to foreign governments. Specifically, it enhances sentencing for kidnapping, murder-for-hire, influencing federal officials, stalking, and presidential assassinations or assaults when those crimes are committed with the knowledge or coordination of a foreign government or its agents. This legislation aims to hold individuals accountable for criminal activity that involves foreign state support.
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